Big Mum Energy

Ali Birch

Welcome to Big Mum Energy – the podcast for real mums who are done with the fake highlight reels. This is where the honest conversations about motherhood, mental load, marriage, and the chaos of parenting actually happen. We’re talking: ✔ The juggle of working mums. ✔ Parenting fails, sleep deprivation, and school drama ✔ Why marriage, friendships, and self-care feel impossible sometimes ✔ The funny, raw, and relatable truth about being a mum in today’s world No filters. No judgment. Just wine-down chats, big laughs, and real-life stories from everyday women who’ve yelled, cried, laughed until they peed themselves… and then showed up to do it all again. If you’ve ever felt alone in the chaos, this podcast is for you. Grab a coffee (or a wine), hit play, and let’s talk about the sh*t no one else will. Perfect for: Mums looking for honest parenting podcastsWomen juggling family, work, and life without the BSAnyone who loves funny, real-life mum stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Let Them. And Then Let Yourself.

    This week on Motivational Monday, Ali is coming in with a mindset shift that hits hard the Let Them theory, made popular by Mel Robbins — and why it changes everything. Somewhere between life, kids, expectations and trying to keep everyone happy, we forget one simple truth: You can’t control other people. On a drive out to her parents’ station, Ali listened (again) to the Let Them theory and had one of those moments where everything just clicks. Let them: Not invite you Misunderstand you Judge you Say no Do things differently Be who they are And then… let yourself: Feel it Move on Choose peace Stop chasing approval Protect your energy In this episode, Ali talks about: Why we waste so much time trying to manage other people’s behaviourThe mental load of overthinking what others thinkHow “Let Them” creates instant freedomLetting go of control in motherhood, friendships and relationshipsChoosing peace over proving a pointThis is the kind of episode that feels like a deep breath. Because the truth is you don’t need everyone to get you. You just need to stop abandoning yourself trying to make them. That’s Big Mum Energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    6 min

  2. 15 APR

    Quitting Corporate for Freedom: Caro Tahana Backing Yourself

    In this powerful episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali sits down with Caro Tahana , entrepreneur, mentor, and former The Block Australia contestant — to talk about what it really takes to walk away from a secure corporate career and back yourself. After 23 years in the corporate automotive industry, Caro made the bold decision to leave it all behind and build a business aligned with her life, her family and her values. But this wasn’t a smooth journey. From business setbacks, including losing stock in a warehouse fire, to starting again and finding success through network marketing with MONAT, Caro’s story is one of resilience, reinvention and refusing to quit. In this episode, they talk about: What it really feels like to leave a corporate career after decadesBacking yourself when there is no safety netRebuilding after business failure and setbacksCreating financial freedom and lifestyle flexibilityWhy success is more than just a paycheckHelping other women build confidence, income and independenceToday, Caro leads and mentors women to step into business, grow confidence and create a life they actually enjoy combining her background in sales, leadership and training with a passion for helping others succeed. This episode is for: Women feeling stuck in corporate lifeMums craving more flexibility and freedomAnyone thinking about starting a business or side hustlePeople ready to stop playing safe and start backing themselvesBecause sometimes the scariest move… is the one that gives you your life back. And as Caro proves you don’t need permission to build something bigger. That’s Big Mum Energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min

  3. 12 APR

    Teach Your Kids to Wash Their Hands!

    In this Motivational Monday episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali tackles one of the most basic life skills that somehow still needs repeating in family homes everywhere teach your kids to wash their hands properly. Because if they are old enough to open the fridge, touch every surface in the house, pat the dog, raid the pantry and somehow leave fingerprints on every wall… they are old enough to understand soap and water. This episode is about more than hygiene. It is about teaching kids simple habits that carry into adulthood and help them take responsibility for themselves and others. Ali talks about: Why teaching children proper hand washing matters at every ageThe connection between hygiene, health and everyday parentingBuilding simple habits kids take into school, sport and lifeWhy basic life skills still matter in modern parentingRaising capable kids who understand responsibilityThis episode is for parents trying to raise children who are not just clever, but capable. Because sometimes the most important lessons are not the big dramatic ones. Sometimes it starts at the sink. That is Big Mum Energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 min

  4. 5 APR

    Date Your Kids: Why One-on-One Time Matters More Than You Think

    In this Motivational Monday episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali talks about one simple parenting shift that can make a huge difference date your kids. Not in a fancy, expensive way. Not perfectly planned. Just intentional one-on-one time with your child, away from the distractions of everyday life, where they get your attention without siblings, screens, routines or the usual rush. Whether it is grabbing a milkshake, going for a drive, walking the dog, sitting in the car talking, heading to the shops or doing something small together, these moments matter more than parents often realise. In this episode, Ali talks about: Why quality time with kids builds trust and connectionHow children open up when they are out of the house and relaxedWhy one-on-one time helps strengthen parent-child relationshipsCreating simple family rituals your kids will rememberThe value of fun, conversation and attention in busy family lifeThis episode is for parents who want to be more intentional, more present and more connected without overcomplicating it. Because sometimes the biggest parenting wins happen in the smallest moments. A quick outing. A real conversation. A memory your child carries longer than you realise. That is Big Mum Energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 min

  5. 22 MAR

    Learner’s Permit Panic: Do the Learners Test Early! The 4-Hour Online Test No One Warns Parents About

    In this Motivational Monday episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali shares a parenting tip every mum with a teenager needs to hear before their kid turns 16 and starts learning to drive. The online learner’s permit test? It’s not a quick little quiz. It can take over FOUR hours to complete. So if your teenager is counting down the days until they can get their learner’s licence, here’s the hack: get the test done early. Ali talks about: 🚗 The reality of the online learner driver test ⏰ Why it takes hours to complete 📅 Why parents should plan ahead before the 16th birthday 😅 Preparing for the milestone of kids getting their L plates Because nothing kills the excitement of finally turning 16 and getting your learner’s permit like realising you still have hours of testing to finish first. Consider this your mum PSA. Future you (and your impatient teenager) will thank you. That’s Big Mum Energy practical parenting advice that saves your sanity. FOLLOW BIG MUM ENERGY Instagram Threads TikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    4 min

  6. 17 MAR

    That One Time My Mum Shot the Neighbour’s Dog | Wild Family Stories, Motherhood & Survival

    This episode of Big Mum Energy features Ali and her mum, Aunty Kim, in a conversation that proves some family stories are almost too unbelievable to be true. It starts with the story everyone wants explained — the time she shot the neighbour’s dog — and only gets more unforgettable from there. In this episode, they talk about: A crocodile encounter that could have ended very differentlyThe painfully awkward way Ali’s teenage eating disorder was confrontedA family moment involving cattle rails and a baby that still gets talked aboutThe hard seasons families live through and how humour helps carry themThis episode explores motherhood, family resilience, parenting, difficult conversations, childhood memories, mental health, rural Australian life and the stories that shape who we become. If you love real motherhood podcasts, funny family stories, honest mother-daughter conversations, Australian podcasts for women, parenting stories and unfiltered conversations about life, this episode will feel both familiar and unforgettable. Because sometimes the funniest stories come from the hardest moments — and the women who lived them tell them best. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min

  7. 15 MAR

    Wear Kindness: Support the Teaching Kindness 2.0 Charity Shirt

    This week’s Motivational Monday on Big Mum Energy is simple: wear your values. Ali is shining a light on local mum entrepreneur Danielle Barry, founder of Chase Clothing & Co, and her latest Teaching Kindness 2.0 charity shirt drop — a clothing campaign designed to spread kindness while raising money for an incredible local cause. Every Teaching Kindness 2.0 shirt sold donates $5 directly to Townsville Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities, helping support individuals, families and children in the Townsville community living with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities. In this episode, Ali talks about: Why kindness matters more than ever Supporting local small businesses and mum entrepreneurs The impact of community fundraising and charity initiatives How small actions like buying a shirt can make a real difference This is your reminder that supporting local businesses, charity campaigns and kindness movements doesn’t have to be complicated. Buy the shirt. Start the conversation. Spread the message. Because raising good humans starts with modelling kindness. And sometimes the simplest way to support a cause… is just getting dressed. Head to Chase Clothing & Co website and grab the Teaching Kindness 2.0 charity shirt today. https://chaseclothingandco.com/ FOLLOW BIG MUM ENERGY Instagram Threads TikTok That’s Big Mum Energy. 💛 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  8. 11 MAR

    From IVF to a Clothing Brand: Danielle Barry’s Chase Clothing & Co Story

    In this inspiring episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali chats with local mum, entrepreneur and founder of Chase Clothing & Co, Danielle Barry, about the powerful story behind her growing clothing brand. What started during Danielle’s deeply personal IVF and infertility journey slowly evolved into something bigger, a mum side hustle that turned into a meaningful Australian clothing brand built on resilience, kindness and purpose. Danielle opens up about: The emotional reality of IVF and fertility struggles Navigating motherhood while building a small business as a mum How Chase Clothing & Co was created from a place of hope The inspiration behind the Teaching Kindness 2.0 charity shirt drop Using fashion to spark conversations about kindness and community Ali and Danielle talk honestly about mum life, side hustles, entrepreneurship, infertility, IVF journeys and finding purpose through hard seasons. This episode is for: Mums building a side hustle or small businessWomen navigating IVF, infertility or fertility treatmentsAnyone who believes kindness still mattersEntrepreneurs turning tough chapters into meaningful workFrom heartbreak to hope, Danielle’s story is proof that sometimes the hardest seasons create the most powerful ideas. Because Big Mum Energy isn’t just about surviving motherhood. it’s about building something meaningful along the way. USE CODE BME FOR 10% OFF WEBSITE https://chaseclothingandco.com/ FOLLOW BIG MUM ENERGY Instagram Threads TikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
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Welcome to Big Mum Energy – the podcast for real mums who are done with the fake highlight reels. This is where the honest conversations about motherhood, mental load, marriage, and the chaos of parenting actually happen. We’re talking: ✔ The juggle of working mums. ✔ Parenting fails, sleep deprivation, and school drama ✔ Why marriage, friendships, and self-care feel impossible sometimes ✔ The funny, raw, and relatable truth about being a mum in today’s world No filters. No judgment. Just wine-down chats, big laughs, and real-life stories from everyday women who’ve yelled, cried, laughed until they peed themselves… and then showed up to do it all again. If you’ve ever felt alone in the chaos, this podcast is for you. Grab a coffee (or a wine), hit play, and let’s talk about the sh*t no one else will. Perfect for: Mums looking for honest parenting podcastsWomen juggling family, work, and life without the BSAnyone who loves funny, real-life mum stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Ali Birch
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Audio Cowboy
  • Show Website
    Big Mum Energy

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